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Registered Nurse –Internship Bridge to ICU, Full-time, Nights

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Healthcare
    Education & Teaching
  • Marina del Rey

AI generated summary

  • You must be a BSN graduate with a valid CA RN license, BLS and ACLS certifications, LA County Fire Card, and have 1 year acute care experience or complete a new grad program.
  • You will provide patient care, administer medications, prioritize based on needs, address diverse population requirements, and respond swiftly to changes in patient conditions.

Requirements

  • Graduate of accredited nursing program. BSN strongly preferred
  • Valid California Registered Nurse License
  • BLS required through American Heart Association
  • ACLS required through American Heart Association
  • LA County Fire Card
  • Approved assaultive behavior training
  • TNCC preferred
  • 1 year RN experience for acute patient care: Medical-Surgical, Telemetry, Emergency Department or Peri-op unit experience, OR Completion of CSMH RN New Grad nurse residency program required
  • Some critical care experience preferred
  • Experience with Shared Governance and or Magnet committees a plus
  • Demonstrated dedication to customer service and ability to meet the needs and expectations of patients and health care colleagues

Responsibilities

  • Provides direct and indirect patient care services, including the administration of medications and therapeutic agents necessary to implement treatment, disease prevention, or rehabilitative plan of care.
  • Determine priorities of care based on physical and psychosocial needs, as well as factors influencing patient flow through the hospital system.
  • Displays knowledge and is able to identify and make special adjustments to the specific populations needs, including cultural, spiritual, age, psychosocial, communication, gender, sexual orientation, economic, education, family and condition needs.
  • Respond quickly, and with accuracy to changes in condition or response to treatment.

FAQs

What are the shift hours for the RN Internship Bridge to ICU position?

The position requires night shifts from 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m.

Is there a strong preference for internal candidates?

Yes, strong preference will be given to Cedars-Sinai employees.

What is the duration of the Internship Program?

The Internship Program lasts for 12 weeks and includes both classroom and hands-on training.

What types of patients will I be caring for in the ICU?

The ICU cares for adult patients with moderate to complex acuity, including diagnosis such as sepsis, GI bleed, post code blue, and respiratory issues.

What is the nurse-to-patient ratio in the ICU?

The nurse-to-patient ratio is typically 1:2 or 1:1 based on patient acuity.

Are there opportunities for advancement while working at Cedars-Sinai?

Yes, there are advancement and leadership opportunities, including a Clinical Ladder Program.

What kind of training will the RN receive?

The RN will receive training that includes hands-on experience with a preceptor, focusing on critical care skills and patient needs.

What certifications are required for the RN position?

Required certifications include a valid California Registered Nurse License, BLS, ACLS, LA County Fire Card, and approved assaultive behavior training.

Is prior ICU experience necessary to apply for this position?

Some critical care experience is preferred but not strictly required; candidates can also qualify by completing the CSMH RN New Grad nurse residency program.

What benefits are offered with this position?

Benefits include advancement opportunities, amazing benefits, tuition assistance plans, and participation in a Magnet journey.

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Since its beginning in 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the healthcare needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, continually setting new standards for quality and innovation in patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is widely known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai receives consistent recognition for our excellence. Our awards include; being named one of America’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, receiving the National Research Corporation’s Consumer Choice Award 19 years in a row for providing the highest-quality medical care in Los Angeles, achieving the longest-running Magnet designation for nursing excellence in California, and being recognized as The Advisory Board Company’s 2017 Workplace of the Year, an award Cedars-Sinai has won three years in a row. This annual award recognizes hospitals and health systems nationwide that have outstanding levels of employee engagement. Cedars-Sinai is a leader in the clinical care and research of heart disease, cancer and brain disorders, among other areas. Pioneering research achievements include using cardiac stem cells to repair damaged hearts, developing minimally invasive surgical techniques and discovering new types of drugs to target cancer more precisely. Cedars-Sinai also impacts the future of healthcare through education programs that encompass everything from highly competitive medical residency and fellowship programs to a biomedical science and translational medicine PhD program, advanced training for nurses and educational opportunities for allied health professionals. Most notably, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a longstanding commitment to strengthening the Los Angeles community through wide-ranging programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.